Gran Canaria and Fuerteventura are two of the most visited destinations by national and international tourists since they host a great diversity of spaces to enjoy: beaches, natural pools, dunes, parks, and other tourist sites. If you want to bring a bit of the essence of these regions to a family member or friend, in this article we present some of these best typical Canarian gifts.
5 Typical Canarian gifts
The gifts that are usually purchased by tourists on their visit to the islands are usually very varied, from decorative objects to sweets or drinks made on the islands.
Among the typical Canarian gifts we can highlight the following:
Crafts
Among the typical Canarian gifts you can give crafts, which cover different types of objects: knives, openwork garments, reed baskets, decorative stonework, and pottery objects.
Canarian craftsmanship mixes the pre-Hispanic tradition with the techniques brought by the Spanish after the conquest. Within crafts, it is also worth highlighting musical instruments, such as the timple. Inspired mainly by the baroque guitar, with 4 or 5 plucked strings, the timple originates from the Canary Islands and occupies a prominent place in traditional music.
Dulce de Bienmesabe
Desserts are also one of the most common typical Canarian gifts. The Bienmesabe sweet is eaten especially at the annual party that is held as a celebration when the almond trees bloom, but you can find it at any time of the year.
As it is a delicious dessert, you are going to give the pleasure of enjoying a sweet that is usually prepared with exquisite ingredients such as honey and almonds.
Drinks made in the Canary Islands
The Canary Islands are the cradle of rum in Europe and houses the oldest factory for this distillate in the continent. In the archipelago, unique liqueurs are made from it such as Ron Miel, which due to its sweet flavor can be served as an aperitif or dessert, or in a combination.
In addition to this spirit drink, Canarian wines are another of the most popular souvenirs by tourists visiting the islands. In the Canary Islands there are more than 80 identified vine varieties, with unique strains in the world, that make their wines different and exquisite.
Multipurpose
Multipurpose mugs with motifs alluding to the Canary Islands can be one of the best alternatives when it comes to typical Canarian gifts since you can find markets and shops scattered throughout the islands … Try to wrap them very well so that they get home safe and sound.
Keychains
Keychains are typical Canarian gifts so that you can show those you appreciate that you have not forgotten them during your trip, expressing with those little details that they are very important to you.
With different motifs representative of the Canary Islands, these types of gifts are perfect for your family or friends to carry their keys and even have the possibility of using them as decorations somewhere in your home or workplace.
T-shirts
When you buy a T-shirt with a print of the Canary Islands, you will have the possibility of carrying a classic gift that will also not take up much space in your luggage.
In the stores and other commercial establishments where this type of outfit characteristic of the islands are sold, you can find a wide variety of models of different sizes and colors.
Where can you buy typical Canarian gifts?
In Gran Canaria and Fuerteventura, there is a wide variety of commercial establishments where you will have the possibility to buy your typical Canarian gifts. However, if in addition to buying these gifts and details, you want to know more about the representative tourist sites of these islands, we recommend you visit these markets:
1. Vegueta Traditional Market
This place with a colonial air is located in Plaza del Pilar, in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, and opens its doors on Sundays, offering its visitors a variety of ceramic and pottery handicrafts, jewelry accessories and typical costumes from these islands.
In addition to being able to buy typical Canarian gifts, in this market, you will have the chance to discover the traditional architecture of the archipelago, due to its location so close to the Old Town of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.
2. Teror Traditional Market
Like the Vegueta market, this place is over 200 years old and currently has more than a hundred shops and stalls, it also only works on Sundays.
This market, which is the oldest in all the Canary Islands, is located in the central area of Gran Canaria, just around the Basilica del Pino. It was declared in 1932 as a commercial space, being also considered the Historical-Commercial Heritage of the municipality.
There you can find many typical Canarian gifts, among which stand out the handicrafts, the religious objects alluding to the basilica and the Virgen del Pino and the typical costumes of these islands.
3. La Oliva Traditional Market
This market, which is located in the Casa de los Coroneles, opens its doors on Tuesdays and Fridays, being a space where you can find a wide variety of typical Canarian gifts made with materials such as leather, wood, and silver, as well as collage and oil paintings.
If you want to find decorative craft accessories, this is the ideal place that you should not forget to visit.
Where can you stay to visit Gran Canarias or Fuerteventura?
Gran Canaria and Fuerteventura are two of the most visited destinations by tourists, so if you have decided to visit one of these places and still do not have a place to stay, in the Lopesan Group we have hotels designed for all tastes.
In the Gran Canaria area, we have hotel complexes in San Agustín, Playa del Inglés, Maspalomas and Meloneras, while in Fuerteventura, you will have the opportunity to stay in Jandía.
Feeling at home is possible in our hotel complexes that are very close to the beach and the most important tourist areas. Contact us and we will be happy to assist you and offer you the best hotel services.
